Los Angeles, Dhu-AlHijjah 23, 1438, Sep 14, 2017, SPA -- Under the patronage of King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King Hamad Global Centre for Interfaith Dialogue and Peaceful Coexistence was launched in Los Angeles, California. The Bahraini King deputized Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of the Bahraini King for Charity Works and Youth Affairs, to attend the Declaration signing. Sheikh Nasser stressed that peace could only could be achieved through understanding and effective participation, affirming that the Kingdom of Bahrain recognizes the importance of creating an environment conducive for peace by empowering individuals and communities to feel comfortable in their own skins. --SPA 18:53 LOCAL TIME 15:53 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w487721